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Show - ir ' August 1999 fr r. jv r ur ""i jV Swtf 0 ur- Page 9 Challenging recruiting season results in her teammates continue bn to division one schools in 99. Accord- By JEREMIAH STETTLER Sports editor A ing to Martindale, she has seen promising season has about as high of talent an athlete arisen from one of the most difficult recruitingyears for Eastern Utah volleyball. I believe this is the most ath- letic team Ive had," says Martindale. They are faster, have a higher vertical jump and can find on the high school level Box Elders Ashley Romer has surfaced as another anticipated impact player for Eastern Utah. After leading from the middle position at G O", she was recognized 4A as second-tealast m are more experienced than many of the teams Ive had. We have a talented youngsetter, depth at every positiou and several strong players coming back. Ill admit that we didnt get exactly- wtat we wanted, but there is a lot to this team that we havent had before." First-teaoutside-hitte- r Jenni Applegate is anticipated be one of Eastern Utahs leading recruits next season. Her skills and varsity experience contributed to a noteworthy performance at 5A power Bingham High School, and contributed to her recognition by the Salt Tribune as one the five top athletes in her classification. She wus they only starter from the teams senior staff w ho chose not to pursue volleyball on the division one all-sta- te r&ttW Sports Guide season. She is a very strong athlete," says Martindale. We expect her to take a big load off our shoulders and challenge for a starting position right off. Haley Echols will be coming in as a setter after playing on three state championship teams in Bear Lake. Her accalaids have formerly been focused on basket- - signees top-calib- er ball and volleyball, but this seasons softball performance could likely merit a state championship as welL Layton Highs 5A honorable mention Marci McKinstry has signed as an utility player. Martindale indicates that her talent will provide some depth in the defensive specialist and outside hitter positions. all-arou- nd Cassie Caldwell is another exmplary recruit who is expected to bring a lot of experience and ability to the table in the i outside hitter position. She wrapped up her senior year with an honorable mention in 5A. Denise Griffin has chosen to transfer from Utah State University to Eastern Utah after decid-- ( Continued on page 10) - m Dont Stop that ball-handli- ng b allgame with a Toothache!!! I would like to wish all the local level. Appolgate is projected to establish herself as a legitimate SWAG teams presence alongside former starters Kim Holding and Angie Kap in the outside hitter position. Highland High setter Julie Parry has signed as a clutch player for next seasons starting staff. Her experience has included varsity play with national player g of the year Logan Tom. After the state championship two years ago. Parry w atched four of GOOD LUCK this year 1999-200- Pwsonahzrd Drntlstrv for vou 0. 590 E. 100 N Suite Price. UT 84501 3 win-nin- LJl' Good luck R Teams Ip o Ca,vin Weir, Building Materials V, -- Lumber Fuller OBrien Paint Paint Accessories Plumbing Supplies & PVC Bricks, Blocks Cement Power Tools Hardware Baler Twine Fishing Supplies Rainbird Lawn & Garden Sprinkling Supplies J j I i i t j --Arrow-- 5T Z. C A V A R I C ST iVfiifiM c U i 495 E. Main, Castle Dale Phone Fax 381-257- 4, 381-257- i 1 |